70s Spots: Tina Louise For Arrid & Dallas Cheerleaders For Fabergé (1978)

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If Bob Denver fell backwards through the wall of this set and ruined the shot – it would qualify as the greatest moment in advertising history.

“I told two friends…and so on. And so on…”

Greetings, Bionic friends. Here’s Tina Louise (aka Ginger Grant on Gilligan’s Island) for Arrid Extra Dry. The commercial aired in January 1978 (produced in ’77).

After that, the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders do their thing for Fabergé Organics shampoo & conditioner. The spot aired in November of ’78. And so on, and so on, and so on…

Arrid Roll-On Commercial (Tina Louise, 1978)

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders For Fabergé (1978)

Previously on 70s Spots: Don Rickles For Right Guard (1974)

70s Spots: Don Rickles For Right Guard (1974)

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Rickles brings the chuckles

“Right Guard protects people – from me!”

As you have likely heard, caustic but lovable comedian Don Rickles passed away Thursday at the age of 90. As a small tribute to the man, here’s two commercials from the fall of 1974 featuring Rickles during his time as advertising spokesperson for Right Guard.

You can view a third Rickles Right Guard spot (posted last year) if you’d like more, you hockey puck, you.

Right Guard ‘President’ Commercial (Don Rickles, 1974)

Right Guard Commercial (Don Rickles, 1974)

Previously on 70s Spots: Gillette Foamy & Palmolive Rapid Shave Creams (1971)

More Don Rickles at Bionic Disco: A Johnny Carson Moment: Frank Sinatra, Don Rickles (11.12.76)

70s spots: Gillette Foamy & Palmolive Rapid Shave Creams (1971)

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Singing cans!

“Be an old smoothie!”

Two shaving cream spots steaming up the bathroom mirror today. First, an October 1971 commercial for Gillette Foamy featuring singing cans. The actor is one we’ve seen before, for example, in this spot for Holiday Inn, and this one for New York Life. If someone can identify him – please let me know.

After Gillette, we have a Mr. Clean type shaving his head for Rapid Shave. The spot aired in November ’71.

Foamy Shave Cream Commercial (Gillette, 1971)

Rapid Shave Commercial (Palmolive, 1971)

Previously on 70s Spots: Joe Namath For Brut & Hamilton Beach Popper (1973)

70s Spots: Joe Namath For Brut & Hamilton Beach Popper (1973)

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Joe knows Brut

“Brut goes all the way.”

A pair of classic commercials starring “Broadway” Joe Namath today.

First, a spot for Brut cologne from December of 1973. After that, one for the Hamilton Beach Butter-Up Popper from September of ’73. For a few years there in the early to mid-seventies ol’ Joe seemed to be gracing our TV screens on a daily basis.

Brut Cologne Commercial (Joe Namath, 1973)

Hamilton Beach Popcorn Popper (Joe Namath, 1973)

Previously on 70s Spots: Chuck Wagon Dog Food (1974)

More Joe Namath at Bionic Disco: Daily 70s Spot #547: Hamilton Beach Double Mac (Joe Namath, 1976)

Rad Ads: Florence Henderson, ‘Conversations’ Record (1970)

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Florence Henderson, ‘Conversations’ (‘Record World’ magazine, February 07, 1970). Click to enlarge.

Here’s a rare find for Brady Bunch fans. An ad for Florence Henderson’s Decca single “Conversations” from February of 1970. Grab a listen to the record below.

Florence Henderson: ‘Conversations’ (1970)

Previously on Rad Ads: Tri-Sport 3-Wheel Vehicle (1971)

More Florence Henderson at Bionic Disco: Daily 70s Spot: Florence Henderson For Klean ‘N Shine (1975)

Music For Monday: Smokey Robinson, ‘Cruisin” (1979)

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‘But Dad, it’s Smokey!’

Music for Monday rolling in! Time to hop over to Cherry Stereo and enjoy a classic seventies song.

Today, it’s ex-member of The Miracles (and Motown executive), Smokey Robinson, performing “Cruisin'” on Soul Train in 1979. Talk about a smooth groove. Have a look & listen!

Previously on Music for Monday: David Ruffin, ‘Walk Away From Love’ (1975)